Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barrow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Barrow Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barrow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrow Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
40%
36%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrow Elementary School's ranking?
Barrow Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barrow Elementary School often compared to?
Barrow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School, Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School, Timothy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barrow Elementary School?
458 students attend Barrow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Barrow Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrow Elementary School?
Barrow Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrow Elementary School offer ?
Barrow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barrow Elementary School part of?
Barrow Elementary School is part of Clarke County School District.
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